Dental Launch Radar: Mid-November 2025

Dandy's new "world's smartest" intraoral scanner

Dandy, a fully-digital dental lab, has debuted two new products to revolutionize the digital dental landscape: an intraoral scanner and an all-in-one touchscreen called DandyCart.

Their new scanner, Dandy Vision, is designed to deliver a quick and effective performance through next-generation options and an AI scan analysis. According to the company's product release, Dandy Vision is 24.9% faster than leading intraoralscanners and can be used to "launch a Live Scan Review in under 60 seconds, receive 3D digital design previews in less than 24 hours and access real-time support from lab-technicians who understand the scanner, the software and their case."¹

Integrating AI technology into the scanner allows dentists to see challenging areas the human eye would normally miss while providing real-time crown prep analysis and instant problem detection. The company is calling Dandy Vision the "world's smartest" intraoral scanner with applied insights from over 11.5 million scans.

Carestream Dental releases AI-fueled software for implant planning

Last month, Carestream Dental debuted their new AI-powered software for implant planning at the American Academy of Periodontology's Annual Meeting. CS 3D Imaging Premium is designed to streamline the planning process, improve case acceptance, and simplify case sharing for dental professionals.

CS 3D can present treatment options to patients quickly and efficiently. Here are some key highlights of this new software:

• AI Auto Implant feature automatically identifies and numbers a patient's teeth and can calculate the crown position, dimensions, position of the virtual implant.

• The Share My Case service enables users to easily share 3D cases with other clinicians to improve communication.

• Implant planning data can be exported as STL files to labs or exported directly into Smop or BlueSkyBio software for surgical guide creation.²

Andrew Malcolmson, president of imaging technology solutions at Carestream Dental said: "CS 3D Imaging Premium represents our commitment to driving innovation in digital dentistry ... This launch demonstrates our dedication to transforming clinical workflows and empowering dental professionals to deliver what's next in exceptional care."

Ultradent pivots for a rebrand of their whitening products

Dental materials manufacturer Ultradent is reimagining the look of Opalescence, their line of teeth whitening products. They will be changing in appearance only, maintaining the same familiar formula as previous Opalescence products.

Earlier this year, Ultradent's whitening line underwent a rebrand; their in-office whitening kit Opalescence Boost was renamed to Opalescence Pro while their gel, Opalescence PF, became Opalescence Custom.

On this rebrand, Ultradent President and CEO Dirk Jeffs said: "Opalescence whitening has set the standard in professional teeth whitening for decades. Now, we're refreshing the look and aligning the product family under a clear, modern identity, while continuing to offer the trusted formulas that have built that reputation."³

Despite these name changes, the company promises they will deliver the same results that have made Ultradent a top professional whitening brand.

Meet MARK3, an affordable line of wide-ranging dental products from Cargus International

Cargus International Dental Supplies is launching a new line of budget-friendly dental products to support their mission of providing dental professionals and distributors with high-quality, affordable materials. This line, MARK3, includes products ranging from disposable prophy angles to sealants to topical anesthetic gels.

In a recent precent press release announcing MARK3, the company said: "Every product-from impression materials and composites to diamonds, cements, and infection control supplies-is designed to deliver equal or superior performance to national brands, but at up to 50% less."

The MARK3 website will feature clinical product data, comparison studies, downloadable brochures, case studies, sample request forms, and promotional offers.⁴

Ivoclar expands partnership with milling machine manufacturer

Ivoclar, an integrated dental solutions company, is expanding its partnership with milling machine manufacturer, vhf camfacture AG. They are working together to improve two of vhf's leading milling machines.

In a press release announcing this expansion, Ivoclar stated: "The vhf Z4 and E4 models [milling machines] will soon be validated for IPS e.max CAD processing with the PrograMill holder, joining the already authorized vhf N4+ milling machine."⁵

IPS e. max CAD is a lithium disilicate glass-ceramic for the efficient CAD/CAM fabrication of full-contour restorations. Notable features include flexural strength, fracture toughness, and use versatility.

The software update for the vhf Z4 and E4 milling machines will be available this month.

References

1. Dandy unveils next era of digital dentistry with Dandy Vision intraoral scanner. Globe Newswire. October 27, 2025. https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/10/27/3174535/0/en/Dandy-unveils-next-era-of-digital-dentistry-with-Dandy-Vision-intraoral-scanner.html

2. Carestream Dental launches AI-powered software that accelerates implant planning and streamlines case sharing. Carestream Dental. October 15, 2025. Press release.

3. Ultradent unveils new look for Opalescence™ whitening products. Ultradent. October 15, 2025. https://www.ultradent.com/company/newsroom/article/ultradent-unveils-new-look-for-opalescence-whitening-products

4. MARK3®: the family-owned brand changing the conversation on dental supplies. Cargus International. October 27, 2025. Press release.

5. Ivoclar and vhf strengthen partnership with IPS e.max® CAD validation on additional milling machines. Ivoclar. October 24, 2025. Press release.